Les Rendez-vous de l'Aventure
Festival of adventure films, books, and encounters in Lons-le-Saunier
2026
About RDV de l'Aventure
RDV de l'Aventure — edition 2026
Les Rendez-vous de l'Aventure 2026 - 11th Edition
The festival Les Rendez-vous de l'Aventure returns from March 18 to 22, 2026, in Lons-le-Saunier for its 11th edition. Films, books, shows, exhibitions, workshops, outings, and conferences to dream and escape in the heart of the Jura.
In the lead-up to the festival, the itinerant OFF program will travel through the towns of the department from February 6 to March 17, 2026, with 31 events offered throughout the Jura.
Highlights RDV de l'Aventure 2026
- 11th edition of the adventure festival
- Five days of films, books, shows, and conferences
- Itinerant OFF program: 31 events in the Jura
- Numerous free events
Prices RDV de l'Aventure 2026
RDV de l'Aventure — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 18 March to 22 March 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — RDV de l'Aventure
Access to Lons-le-Saunier
By Car
Lons-le-Saunier is accessible via the A39 motorway. Free and paid parking is available in the city center.
By Train
The Lons-le-Saunier station is served by TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté trains. The theater and festival venues are within walking distance of the station.
Festival Venues
Events take place in various venues in Lons-le-Saunier, notably the theater, as well as in cultural halls and spaces in the city.
Ticketing
Nearly one in two events is free. Paid events can be accessed via online ticketing on the official festival website.
The OFF
The itinerant OFF program takes place in the communes of the department for several weeks before the main festival. OFF events are generally free.
Contact
Official website: www.rdv-aventure.fr
Les Rendez-vous de l'Aventure: The Spirit of Exploration in the Heart of the Jura
The festival Les Rendez-vous de l'Aventure is a unique cultural event that invites the public to escape, discover, and connect around the universal theme of adventure. Created in 2016 in Lons-le-Saunier, it has become a must-attend event for fans of travel, exploration, and adventure stories.
A Rich and Diverse Program
For five days in March, the festival brings together filmmakers, travel writers, explorers, photographers, adventurers, and enthusiasts for a dense and accessible program: adventure film screenings, literary encounters, conferences, photographic exhibitions, workshops, and outdoor excursions. Nearly one in two events is offered free of charge.
The OFF: An Itinerant Program
In the lead-up to the festival, an itinerant OFF program travels through the towns and villages of the Jura department for several weeks. Screenings, discussions with local adventurers, shows, and cultural events bring the spirit of adventure to life throughout the Jura region. In 2026, no less than 31 OFF events are scheduled in the department.
La Fabrique de l'Aventure
The festival is supported by the association La Fabrique de l'Aventure, with the backing of the City of Lons-le-Saunier, the Departmental Council of Jura, and numerous partners. It works to promote the culture of adventure in all its forms: sporting, human, scientific, and artistic.
Where does it take place — RDV de l'Aventure
RDV de l'Aventure in brief
History of RDV de l'Aventure
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